TOTTENHAM have entered talks with Brentford to sign Bryan Mbeumo, according to reports.
The North Londoners announced Bees boss Thomas Frank as Ange Postecoglou‘s successor on Thursday.
Mbeumo, 25, has been strongly linked with a summer switch to Manchester United.
But Sky Sports claim that Tottenham have now emerged as serious contenders for the forward’s signature following Frank’s arrival.
It was previously indicated that Mbeumo fancied a move to Old Trafford.
But the Cameroon international is now said to be “intrigued” by the prospect of reuniting with Frank at White Hart Lane.
Initial talks have been held between Spurs and Brentford over a deal.
The Europa League champions paid around £10m to acquire Frank and his coaching staff, including highly-rated coach Justin Cochrane.
Mbeumo is said to be valued at around £60m by Brentford chiefs.
And Frank himself admitted that the forward should command a significant fee.
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The new Spurs boss said of Mbeumo while still in charge of Brentford: “It is clear that if he is to be sold, it must be for a nice, nice amount. It is a lot. Mucho. Really a lot.
“How many wingers score 20 goals for a mid-table club? And then with seven assists plus his work ethic. And his character. All these things mean that he has a lot, so he is a good player.”
Mbeumo was brought to West London by the Dane in 2019.
The prolific star has since flourished under his management, scoring 20 Premier League goals last term.
SunSport reported earlier this week that Spurs were interested in hijacking Man Utd’s swoop for Mbeumo.
Technical director Johan Lange will play a key role in negotiations.
Lange has a good relationship with Frank, with the pair having worked together at Lyngby in Denmark.
Spurs are chasing a new winger this summer, with Mbeumo among their top targets.
Also of interest is Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo.
